6League titles
2FA Cups
0League Cups
0European Cups
1879Founded
The beginning
Sunderland were founded in 1879. Founded by Scottish schoolteacher James Allan as the Sunderland & District Teachers Association Football Club. Fans know the club as the Black Cats.
Honours
As of the 2026/27 season the trophy cabinet holds 6 top-flight league titles, 2 FA Cups.
The ground
Sunderland play at Stadium of Light, their home since 1997. Planning a visit? The Stadium of Light guide covers the stations, parking and the away end.
Ownership
As of the 2026/27 season, Sunderland are owned by Kyril Louis-Dreyfus (majority shareholder and chairman), alongside Juan Sartori.
A record worth knowing
Sunderland won the 1973 FA Cup as a Second Division side, beating Leeds United 1-0 at Wembley through Ian Porterfield's goal.